Can kids spread the coronavirus? 'Conclusively, without a doubt – yes,' experts say
Education,Coronavirus,Safety And Sanity During COVID-19,Public Health
As school districts around the country reveal reopening guidelines for when students return to classrooms in the fall, many parents are concerned about how the coronavirus could affect their children.
The White House has provided confusing statements. Press secretary Kayleigh McEnany said Thursday "science should not stand in the way" of schools reopening, though "science is on our side."
A compilation of studies and articles published in JAMA Pediatrics found most patients under the age of 18 with COVID-19, the illness caused by SARS-CoV-2, have mild symptoms and fully recover within one to two weeks – quicker than most adults.
Though this may alleviate some concerns, medical experts said parents shouldn’t let their guard down.
Whether your child is entering preschool or high school, here's what you should know about the coronavirus and how it can impact your family.
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